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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Platform Engineer (OpAI) - TS clearance - San Diego, CA - **Company:** PMAT Inc. - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Apache HTTP Server, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, Information Systems, Continuous Delivery, Continuous Integration, Data Security, DevOps, Elasticsearch, Fiddler (Software), Github, Python (Programming Language), Linux System Administration, Open Source Technology, OpenShift, RabbitMQ, Reliability Engineering, Ansible, TCP/IP, Data Logging, Scripting, Delivery Pipeline, Grafana, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloudformation, Containerization, Gitlab-ci, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Cloudwatch, Kibana, Terraform, Devsecops, Docker, Jenkins - **Published:** August 29, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9128093/senior-platform-engineer-opai-ts-clearance-san-diego-ca ## About the Role * Experience working as a cloud engineer, cloud administrator, cloud architecture, DevOps engineer, IT Specialist, platform engineer, site reliability engineer, release engineer, systems administrator, systems engineer, or similar role. * Strong knowledge of either cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) or containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes). * Some proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) for automation tasks. * Some experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) for configuration management. * Some proficiency with Linux system administration. * Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. * Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate in a team environment. * Familiarity with cybersecurity principles and best practices for platform security. * Ability to transport/move heavy equipment (50lbs) on planes and ships. Preferred Skills and Experience: * Knowledge of advanced networking topics, e.g, VPCs, TCP/IP, TLS, etc. * Knowledge of DevOps practices and continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines, e.g., GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, or Jenkins. * Experience with monitoring and logging tools for platform health and performance, e.g,. CloudWatch, Grafana, or Elasticsearch. * OpenShift or Kubernetes * Airflow * Kafka * RabbitMQ * Apache * Kibana * Adapting open-source products to work with GovCloud * Domino Data Labs * Tobias * Fiddler * Experience with monitoring/logging tools such as CloudWatch or Grafana * Experience supporting government or military organizations Education and Certification Requirements: * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related STEM field (Master's preferred) OR Equivalent years of relevant experience in lieu of degree * Relevant certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, Kubernetes Administrator (CKA), or Security+ strongly preferred. Citizenship and Clearance requirements: * U.S. Citizenship required * No dual citizenship * Active TS security clearance required * Active TS SCI security clearance preferred ## Description * Design, build, and maintain secure cloud infrastructure within AWS GovCloud environments. * Configure and manage container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes and OpenShift. * Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Ansible, Terraform, or CloudFormation. * Support secure data flow across multiple systems, ensuring compliance with DoD cybersecurity standards and STIG requirements. * Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to streamline deployment pipelines and container management. * Optimize cloud resources for performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within cloud, networking, and containerized environments. * Partner with AI/ML engineers and software developers to deploy and integrate advanced analytics platforms and tools. * Maintain detailed technical documentation to support system operations and compliance. * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and team members. ## Related Videos - [Shipping Faster with Less: Render on Cloud Hosting, AI Workloads, and the Future of DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1894-shipping-faster-with-less-render-on-cloud-hosting-ai-workloads-and-the-future-of-devops) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [Debug a Kubernetes Operator](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/487-debug-a-kubernetes-operator) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [Turning Container security up to 11 with Capabilities](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/718-turning-container-security-up-to-11-with-capabilities) - [AI-Augmented DevOps with Platform Engineering](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1614-ai-augmented-devops-with-platform-engineering) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing)